Assistant Product Manager

About the Role

We are seeking an Assistant Product Manager to join the Life & Disability team at MAS, a New Zealand-owned mutual insurer focused on financial health and wellbeing for its Members. This permanent position is available at either the Auckland or Wellington office. The ideal candidate is curious, detail-oriented, and enjoys conducting research, analysis, and stakeholder engagement to shape impactful life insurance products.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research and analyze market trends and competitor activities to inform product strategy.
• Support ongoing product reviews and initiatives aimed at product enhancement and continuous improvement.
• Identify opportunities to improve outcomes for Members as well as business performance.
• Prepare insightful reports and actionable recommendations to facilitate informed decision-making.
• Provide consistent product insights to assist advisers in understanding MAS's value proposition and unique product features.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders across the organization.
• Contribute valuable ideas to product discussions, influencing product development and strategy positively.
• Assist in the creation and upkeep of product-related content and documentation.

Candidate Profile

• Background in product management, product support, business analysis, or a closely related discipline.
• Preferably 5 years of experience in life insurance, financial services, or a related sector.
• Strong analytical and research capabilities with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize tasks independently and take full ownership of deliverables.
• Excellent communication skills and proficiency in engaging and collaborating with stakeholders.
• Confidence in contributing ideas and respectfully challenging prevailing assumptions.
• Open to ongoing learning, coaching, and continuous professional development.
• Personal values align with a collaborative, member-focused organizational culture.

Why Join MAS?

MAS is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where employees can make meaningful contributions. As a smaller organization, MAS offers close collaboration with experienced leaders and subject matter experts, a culture guided by values such as doing the right thing, teamwork, and ownership. Benefits include health and life insurance, income protection insurance, and a 6% KiwiSaver contribution.